Task 2: Assist K-12 teachers with the implementation of technology into the curriculum
Research various technologies/approaches that both enhance curricular content and suit individual teaching styles for K-12 faculty members
Offer suggestions regarding what Web 2.0 tools, and/or equipment might best benefit students
Identify various technologies/approaches that both enhance curricular content and suit individual teaching styles
Meet individually and/or correspond with teachers via email to co-plan technology-related lessons, projects and activities
Co-teach and/or provide teachers with support in the classroom during technology-related lessons, projects and activities
Deliver feedback to teachers regarding technology-related lessons, projects and activities
Assist teachers with the analysis of PSSA testing and/or Benchmark Assessment data
Help teachers use data to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology to promote student achievement
Create and share an assortment of technology integration documents with K-12 teachers (guidelines, directions, rubrics and/or handouts explaining how to use technology-related tools in the classroom)
Provide technical support for teachers who incorporate new technologies (Web 2.0 tools, applications and/or equipment) into the curriculum
Use Skype, Share Point and district servers to communicate and share instructional technology information
Develop and implement an instructional technology action plan
Evaluate the progress and effectiveness of the instructional technology plan
Follow the goals and stategies regarding Staff Development found in the Educational Technology Section of the Bellwood-Antis School District Strategic Plan
Instructional Technology Coaching Logs - Each document indicates a variety of technology integration assistance provided to K-12 teachers on a daily basis; Documents are submitted weekly to Bellwood-Antis School District Administration
I.A. Identification, selection, installation and maintenance of technology infrastructure, and hardware and software applications for school administration and instruction including:
assessment of educational and administrative technological needs
evaluation of the performance of hardware and software components of computer systems
application of basic troubleshooting strategies
I.B. Integrating technology into curricular planning and instructional design including:
research on and evaluation of existing and emerging technologies
use of instructional theories and teaching models
learner characteristics, developmental levels, and individual differences as related to instructional technology resources and modifications
access and use telecommunications for information sharing, remote information access and retrieval, and multi-media/hypermedia publishing
electronic mail and Internet resources for communications and instructional support
I.C. Management and administration of technology programs at the building, district and regional levels including:
monitoring and evaluating technology plans
I.D. Research, problem solving and product development of technological applications:
basic principles of instructional design associated with the development of instructional technology materials
creating an environment that fosters interest and growth in all aspects of technology
establishing and maintaining rapport with all staff and students
communicating high learning expectations
creating a safe physical environment that is conducive to learning
II.B. Planning, preparation and delivery of technology related in-service programs and instruction in collaboration with other professionals at a variety of instructional levels that utilizes technology in problem solving based upon:
Pennsylvania Academic Standards
strengths and needs of learners at all levels of technological proficiency
established technology implementation plans
II.C. Selecting, implementing and adapting technology to teaching methodologies, curriculum resources and administrative functions in collaboration with other educators and integrating a variety of software, applications, and learning tools
II.D. Selecting, developing and administering assessments that utilize technological applications and involve multiple indicators of student progress and using technology to maintain records on student achievement
II.E. Developing leadership techniques for working with all levels of the educational community and to manage and administer instructional technology programs at the building and district levels including:
developing plans to assess the technological needs and resources, and to evaluate technology implementation and outcomes
developing plans to configure computer/technology systems and related peripherals in laboratory, classroom clusters, and other instructional and administrative arrangements
III.B. Integrity and ethical behavior, professional conduct as stated in Pennsylvania’s Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations
III.C. Collaborating with school colleagues to enhance student, teacher and administrative capabilities and improve student learning
III.C. Collaborating with school colleagues to enhance student, teacher and administrative capabilities and improve student learningII.A. Managing instructional technology services including:
I.A. Identification, selection, installation and maintenance of technology infrastructure, and hardware and software applications for school administration and instruction including:
I.B. Integrating technology into curricular planning and instructional design including:
I.C. Management and administration of technology programs at the building, district and regional levels including:
I.D. Research, problem solving and product development of technological applications:
II.A. Managing instructional technology services including:
II.B. Planning, preparation and delivery of technology related in-service programs and instruction in collaboration with other professionals at a variety of instructional levels that utilizes technology in problem solving based upon:
II.C. Selecting, implementing and adapting technology to teaching methodologies, curriculum resources and administrative functions in collaboration with other educators and integrating a variety of software, applications, and learning tools
II.D. Selecting, developing and administering assessments that utilize technological applications and involve multiple indicators of student progress and using technology to maintain records on student achievement
II.E. Developing leadership techniques for working with all levels of the educational community and to manage and administer instructional technology programs at the building and district levels including:
III.B. Integrity and ethical behavior, professional conduct as stated in Pennsylvania’s Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations
III.C. Collaborating with school colleagues to enhance student, teacher and administrative capabilities and improve student learning
III.C. Collaborating with school colleagues to enhance student, teacher and administrative capabilities and improve student learningII.A. Managing instructional technology services including: